Update: Lidl GB recalls Starovice Czech Lager 5.0% because of undeclared sulphur dioxide
- Affected
- Starovice Czech Lager 5.0%
- The problem
- Sulphur Dioxide
- Allergen
- Sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites – not shown correctly on the label. Only a risk if you're allergic or intolerant to it.
- What to do
- If you have bought the above product and have a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, do not drink it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. For further information, please contact Lidl GB Customer Services on 0370 444 1234 or customer.services@lidl.co.uk
Products affected
Starovice Czech Lager 5.0%
- Pack size: 500ml
- Best before All dates up to and including 23 December 2022
Risk
Sulphur Dioxide
This product contains sulphur dioxide, making it a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
Action taken by the company
Lidl GB is recalling the above product from customers and been advised to contact the relevant allergy support organisations, which will tell their members about the recall. The company has also issued a point-of-sale notice to its customers. These notices explain to customers why the product is being recalled and tell them what to do if they have bought the product. Please see the attached notice.
What you should do
If you have bought the above product and have a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites, do not drink it. Instead, return it to the store from where it was bought for a full refund. For further information, please contact Lidl GB Customer Services on 0370 444 1234 or customer.services@lidl.co.uk
More information
Lidl GB is extending the recall of Starovice Czech Lager 5.0% to include additional date codes because it contains sulphur dioxide which is not mentioned on the label. This means the product is a possible health risk for anyone with a sensitivity to sulphur dioxide and/or sulphites.
Can I get a refund?
In most cases, yes – recalled items can usually be returned for a full refund, repair or replacement, often without a receipt. Follow the instructions in the notice above, or contact the shop you bought it from. More on your rights after a recall.
Updated 18 May 2022. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.